Noted environmentalist Bibhudhendra Pratap Das has been selected for tehe Environmentalist of the Year 2013 award for his commitment and contributions for the cause of environment by way of awareness generation, lobby, liaison and field-oriented activities.
He will be felicitated on the occasion of the World Environment Day on June 5 at a function to be organised by the Odisha Environmental Society (OES) in collaboration with the Society of Geoscientists and Allied Technologists (SGAT) and ISCA Bhubaneswar Chapter.
The OES has been continuing its endeavour for protection of environment and conservation of natural resources and preaching the principles of sustainable development since its inception in 1982. It has instituted the 'Environmentalist of the Year' Award since 2010 to recognise the outstanding contributions of individuals of the State to environment and stimulate them to continue their efforts throughout their lives.